Do You Dread the Holidays?

Raise Your Hand If You Love Trash Day

Jena Muhr compares the relief she feels on her weekly trash day to the feeling of freedom and forgiveness after the sacrament of Confession. 

Do You Dread the Holidays?

Lorraine Hess shares thoughts on how we can celebrate the holidays when we feel more like “Bah Humbug” than “Fa la la la la.”

Little Stable, Holy Night: A Nativity Story

Susan Ciancio discusses the beauty of a new Christmas storybook for little ones.

Meatless Friday: Tuna and Provolone Melt

Amy J. Cattapan shares an upgrade on the usual tuna melt: a great high-protein lunch option for Meatless Friday. Download our printable recipe card.

God Calls: Becoming a Religious Sister

Family Theater Productions seeks answers to the question, "Why would anyone give up their life and freedom to serve Christ? " in a new YouTube series titledGod Calls: Catholic Vocation Stories.

Few things in modern America are more countercultural than becoming a Catholic deacon, priest or...

Friendship Beyond Convenience

Anne DeSantis reflects on how Catholics are called to move beyond convenient relationships and grow in openness, humility, and genuine friendship.

From Idaho Nachos to Now: Why Dating Your Spouse Matters

Kathryn Pasker Ineck explains how time with your spouse without everyday distractions creates opportunities for meaningful communication, unity, and commitment. 

Instant Coffee? Yes. Instant Life? No!

Hellen Agaba ponders how rushing toward success may cost you the person you're becoming in the process.